Providence, Rhode Island vs. San Ramon, California

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in San Ramon, California is 132.1% more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island.

You would need a salary of $243,705 in San Ramon, California to maintain the standard of living you have in Providence, Rhode Island.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, San Ramon, California is more expensive than Providence, Rhode Island
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
324% more expensive in San Ramon
than in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence, RI vs. San Ramon, CA
Compared to Providence, San Ramon is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  132.1% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  7.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  397.1% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  12.3% lower
  Commute
  19.1% higher
  Health
  38.7% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  12.5% lower